2.2 Proteins Flashcards
1
Q
Function of Proteins
A
Essential part of our diet as their are required for growth and repair
2
Q
Define “Enzyme”
A
Enzymes are proteins, which act as Biological catalysts
3
Q
Define “denaturing”
A
When the shape is irreversibly changed. Caused by Hydrogen bonds breaking.
4
Q
What are proteins made form?
A
Amino acids
5
Q
Define “Essential amino acid”
A
Amino acids the body needs, but can’t produce, and must be obtained through diet
6
Q
Proteins are:
A
Formed via condensation
Broken via hydrolysis
7
Q
What groups do amino acids have?
A
Amine (NH2)
Carboxyl (COOH)
8
Q
What link is formed between amino acids?
A
Amine links
N-H-C=O
